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How is my radio able to display the stations call letters?

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If you have a car radio that shows FM station call signs on the display panel, then you have the Radio Data System feature. Find out how they work!

What Does the CE Certification Logo Mean?

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Have you ever noticed the CE certification logo stamped on consumer products and electronics? Find out what this logo says about the product you're buying.

What Is the Difference Between Two- and Three-pronged Plugs?

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Some appliances use three prongs to connect to an outlet, while others only use two. Learn the difference between two- and three-pronged plugs.

What causes that howling sound in PA systems?

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What causes that howling sound in PA systems? Everyone calls it feedback -- what's "feedback"? Learn more information about PA systems in this article.

What do the UL marks on so many products mean?

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"UL" marks appear on consumer items ranging from Christmas lights to camcorders. Find out what the "UL" logo means.

What do the yellow and black wires in a home telephone jack do?

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With all the different colored wires used in communications, what do the yellow and black wires in a home telephone jack do?

What does 900 MHz mean in a cordless phone?

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I've been looking at cordless phones and have noticed that this area has gotten fairly complicated! For example, what is the difference between 900 MHz and other systems?

What does a V-chip do and how does it work?

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Do you know what the v-chip does in your TV? Learn how a v-chip detects TV ratings and gives parents the ability to control viewing of violent content.

What happens if I touch the surface of a CD?

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Is it true that you have to be very careful handling CDs and never allow your hands to touch anything but the edges?

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